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NASB | Matthew 16:18 "I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades will not overpower it. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 16:18 "And I say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades (death) will not overpower it [by preventing the resurrection of the Christ]. [Eph 1:22; 4:15; 5:23; Col 1:18] |
Subject: Authorized name vs. Unauthorized? |
Bible Note: Hi, Hank; You and I have held opposing views in some pretty lively "discussions" in the past. We disagreed passionately but respectuflly. It can be done. Tim Moran is my hero in that respect. I'm usually reluctant to point out the plank in another forum member's eye for fear that I may have two that I haven't noticed. But we are called to speak the truth in love, so I occasionally wade in. Besides, aren't we Christians supposed to be known by our love for one another? You're right that there have been many un-loving, judgmental posts lately. The Bible is a large, complex book. It's silly for anyone to think that they have mastered the one true meaning of every word of every passage. In one way, the Bible is like statistics; if you misuse either one - intentionally or not - you can "prove" almost anything you want. It's not always easy to distinguish between spiritual maturity and sheer pig-headedness, at least not for me. As for your "unique" gift, you can see that we share it. Sometimes I think I should stick Proverbs 10:19 on my monitor.... Blessings to you, my friend. Peace and grace, Steve aka Indiana Jones |